Cast: Hitoshi Ueki

Direction Akira Kurosawa

Cast Tatsuya Nakadai · Akira Terao · Jinpachi Nezu · Pîtâ

Synopsis Ran (1985) is a cinematic masterpiece that offers a fresh take on William Shakespeare's classic tragedy, "King Lear." The story revolves around an aging 16th-century warlord, masterfully portrayed by Tatsuya Nakadai, who decides to divide his vast kingdom equally among...

Direction Sogo Ishii

Cast Katsuya Kobayashi · Mitsuko Baisho · Yoshiki Arizono · Youki Kudoh

Synopsis The Crazy Family (1984) follows the Kobayashi family as they eagerly leave their small, congested Tokyo apartment for a seemingly perfect suburban home. However, their new residence is far from ideal, as it is plagued by termites, leading to a...

Direction Jun Ichikawa

Cast Hajime Hana · Yumi Nishiyama · Hitoshi Ueki · Kei Tani

Synopsis Kaisha monogatari: Memories of You (1988) follows the journey of a dedicated section chief who is nearing retirement and grappling with immense stress from various aspects of his life. In an effort to find solace, he decides to join a...

Direction Nobuhiko Ôbayashi

Cast Miki Fujitani · Tomorô Taguchi · Miyoko Akaza · Hitoshi Ômae

Synopsis Goodbye for Tomorrow (1995) follows a diverse group of individuals, including a high-school student, a middle-aged businessman, and a yakuza chief, who each receive enigmatic messages from loved ones who perished three months prior in a tragic shipwreck. The messages...

Direction Kunio Watanabe

Cast Kazuo Hasegawa · Tamao Nakamura · Hajime Hana · Matasaburo Niwa

Direction Tomio Kuriyama

Cast Mihoko Fujita · Michiko Hayashi · Yoshie Kashiwabara · Narumi Kayashima

Synopsis We're Going to Tokyo (1985) is a heartwarming comedy that delves into the complexities of familial expectations and personal aspirations. The narrative revolves around a young man who has chosen to pursue his passion for photography in the bustling city...

Direction Toshio Sugie

Cast Hitoshi Ueki · Hajime Hana · Kei Tani · Mie Hama

Direction Toshio Sugie

Cast Hitoshi Ueki · Hajime Hana · Kei Tani · Hiroshi Inuzuka

Synopsis Operation Crazy Hong Kong (1963) follows the hilarious escapades of the owners of a popular tonkatsu (deep-fried pork) eatery as they engage in a battle of wits with a cunning Chinese developer. The film is a delightful blend of humor...

Direction Azuma Morisaki

Cast Tatsuya Fuji · Hitoshi Ueki · Shingo Yamashiro · Rumiko Koyanagi

Synopsis Guys Who Never Learn (1987) is a comedic film inspired by Joji Abe's novel, centering around an individual who finds himself incarcerated for the twelfth time. The narrative delves into the absurd and humorous situations that arise from his repeated...

Direction Yûsuke Watanabe

Cast Tomoko Aihara · Renji Ishibashi · Miki Jinbo · Kôichi Miura

Direction Keisuke Kinoshita

Cast Go Kato · Hitoshi Ueki · Reiko Ohara · Yoko Shinoyama

Synopsis Big Joys, Small Sorrows (1986) follows the journey of a dedicated lighthouse keeper and his family as they traverse various towns, seeking employment. Along the way, they form new friendships and bonds in each location. However, their peaceful life is...

Direction Yasuzô Masumura

Cast Machiko Kyô · Hajime Hana · Eiji Funakoshi · Jerry Fujio

Direction Toshio Sugie

Cast Akira Takarada · Emi Ito · Ichirô Arishima · Hajime Hana

Direction Tomio Kuriyama

Cast Ichirô Zaitsu · Michiko Hayashi · Ryoichi Yamaguchi · Youki Kudoh

Direction Kazuki Omori

Cast Yuki Saito · Noriko Watanabe · Rikako Murakami · Naoko Amihama

Synopsis Totto Channel (1987) presents a nostalgic journey into the nascent era of Japanese television broadcasting. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of a naive young woman who embarks on a journey to become a contract actress. The film captures the...

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Ichirô Arishima · Arihiro Fujimura · Mie Hama · Jerry Ito

Synopsis You Can Succeed, Too (1964) is a vibrant and unique entry in Japanese cinema, blending the spirit of Broadway-style musicals with the bustling streets of Tokyo. This film features a lively mix of singing and dancing, accompanied by the innovative...

Direction Yasuki Chiba

Cast Akira Takarada · Yôko Tsukasa · Yumi Shirakawa · Frankie Sakai

Direction Yutaka Osawa

Cast Tomokazu Miura · Yasufumi Hayashi · Misako Tanaka · Mayumi Ogawa

Synopsis Roar of the Crowd (1990) is a captivating film inspired by the real-life experiences detailed in the non-fiction works of Takushi Ono, a renowned NHK announcer, and Yoshinari Tobe. The movie delves into the thrilling world of sports broadcasting, offering...

Direction Tsugunobu Kotani

Cast Setsuko Karasuma · Takeshi Kitano · Hitoshi Ueki · Osami Nabe

Direction Shuei Matsubayashi

Cast Kiichi Nakai · Meiko Nakamura · Hisaya Morishige · Ichirô Zaitsu